| Course Name |
Computer Science - Conversion |
| Course Provider |
University College Dublin |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Institute of Public Administration - IPA |
| Course Code |
T195 |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
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Major |
National University of Ireland |
Level 9 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Belfield |
| Qualification Letters |
MSc |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Next Intake: 2017/2018 September.
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised. |
| Application Date |
The following entry routes are available:
MSc Computer Science (Conversion) FT (T195)
Duration 16 Months
Attendance Full Time
Deadline Rolling *
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
16 months full time |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+An Upper Second class honours degree, or the international equivalent, in a discipline other than Computer Science is required for entry. (In exceptional circumstances, a Lower Second class honours degree (2:2 grade) will be considered if the applica...
Hide-An Upper Second class honours degree, or the international equivalent, in a discipline other than Computer Science is required for entry. (In exceptional circumstances, a Lower Second class honours degree (2:2 grade) will be considered if the applicant shows evidence of significant relevant prior experiential learning.)
Computer Science is a mathematical subject involving logical understanding and reasoning and therefore applicants must be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of mathematics.
If English is not your native language, unless you have done your primary degree through English in an English speaking country, an English language qualification is required for all programmes. Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
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| Comment |
Expand+Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
Internati...
Hide-Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
The programme is attractive to industrial workers coming from related computer science and IT disciplines, and/or national and international students with relevant computer science undergraduate degree qualifications, who have specific workplace needs or requirements for continuing professional development.
Once an applicant has accepted his/her place on the programme there is a student needs assessment for each individual student, approval of prior/experiential learning, and the establishment of a negotiated learning contract between the School of Computer Science (represented by the Programme Director) with the student.
Course Description
Students have the opportunity to negotiate a programme of learning that is tailored to their own career goals and requirements. Instead of there being a rigorous set of modules that each student must take, as is typical in standard taught MSc programmes, students can prefer to broaden their knowledge acrossa diverse cross-section of modules offering by Schools such as the UCD School of Computer Science, UCD School of Business, UCD School of Maths & Statistics and the UCD School of Information & Communication Studies. Students enrolling in this MSc are also provided with the opportunity to work on a specialised research task and/or work as part of a research group as part of this programme.
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| Course Content |
Expand+MSc Computer Science (Conversion)
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 120)
MSc Computer Science (Conversion) is a skills conversion graduate programme for individuals who hold a primary degree in another discipline (e.g., Arts, Commerce), and...
Hide-MSc Computer Science (Conversion)
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 120)
MSc Computer Science (Conversion) is a skills conversion graduate programme for individuals who hold a primary degree in another discipline (e.g., Arts, Commerce), and would like to enter into an IT related career.
Programme tailored to the needs of non-Computer Science graduates
Modules covering the fundamental skills required by modern technology companies complemented by one semester of advanced specialised modules
Significant research-oriented project with presentation
Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+This is a 120-credit MSc which runs over 16 months. During the first year you take 60 credits of taught modules and a research practicum. In the final semester, you choose from a range of modules on offer on the MSc Computer Science (Negotiated Learn...
Hide-This is a 120-credit MSc which runs over 16 months. During the first year you take 60 credits of taught modules and a research practicum. In the final semester, you choose from a range of modules on offer on the MSc Computer Science (Negotiated Learning) programme.
Stage 1 - Core
Programming I (Conversion) COMP10280
Programming II (Conversion) COMP20220
Data Structures & Algorithms (Conversion) COMP20230
Relational Databases & Information Systems (Conversion) COMP20240
Operating Systems (Conversion) COMP30640
Networks & Internet Systems (Conversion) COMP30650
Computer Architecture & Organistion (Conversion) COMP30660
Software Engineering (Conversion) COMP30670
Web Application Development (Conversion) COMP30680
Computational Thinking (Conversion) COMP47340
Data Analytics (Conversion) COMP47350
Research Practicum (MSc Conversion) COMP47360
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| Number of Credits |
120 |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Ireland is home to the world’s top 10 technology companies. It is known as the Internet and Games Capital of Europe and is among the world’s most technologically developed nations. There are excellent job opportunities, with 5,000 job vacancies in th...
Hide-Ireland is home to the world’s top 10 technology companies. It is known as the Internet and Games Capital of Europe and is among the world’s most technologically developed nations. There are excellent job opportunities, with 5,000 job vacancies in the sector at present.
Some of the roles graduates of this MSc have worked in include the following:
Software Engineer
Computer Programmer
IT Project Analyst
Performance Engineer
SAP Support Engineer
Python Developer
Web Applications Developer
Business Analyst
Technical Analyst
Technical Consultant
Companies that have employed graduates include IBM, Dell, Accenture, SAP, Mastercard, Computershare Ireland, Deloitte Ireland, First Derivatives, General Motors, Bearing Point, Logentries, AIB, Eircom and Paddy Power.
High achieving graduates from this programme may also be eligible to pursue a graduate research degree in a Computer Science related field.
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| Further Enquiries |
Contact Name: Travis Grotewold
Contact Number:+353 (0)1 716 2953 |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
| International Students |
Web Page - Click Here |
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